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Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Man United consider Osimhen swap offer involving Zirkzee
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Manchester United haven't given up on Napoli-owned striker Victor Osimhen and are 'studying' the best method to approach the Partenopei, including a player-plus-cash swap offer involving Joshua Zirkzee. Dutch striker Zirkzee could be offered to Napoli in a player-plus-cash swap deal for Osimhen, according to Gazzetta. Advertisement Football Italia exclusively reported last week that Osimhen had rejected an offer from Al-Hilal. Although representatives of the Saudi side are expected to make a new attempt today, the Nigerian striker is unlikely to change his mind. Man United consider Osimhen swap deal ISTANBUL, TURKEY – FEBRUARY 23: Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray gestures during the Turkish Super League match between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce at Rams Park Stadium on February 23, 2025 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by) Gazzetta confirms Osimhen is aware of Manchester United's interest, and the Red Devils are now working on a first offer for the Napoli-owned striker. The Red Devils seem reluctant to match the striker's €75m clause, meaning that they'll consider a player-plus-cash swap deal. Zirkzee's Man United stats Joshua Zirkzee of Manchester United gestures during the warm up prior to the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Manchester United FC at Anfield on January 05, 2025 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by) According to the report, Zirkzee is one of the players who could be included in the offer from Old Trafford. Advertisement A former Bologna striker, Zirkzee scored seven goals in 49 appearances across all competitions with the Red Devils in 2024-25. According to Fabrizio Romano, Manchester United have also held preliminary talks with representatives of Viktor Gyokeres, who is also a target of Juventus.
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Harimau look to Holgado, Figueiredo for more bite
KUALA LUMPUR: Toothless Harimau Malaya, looking for more bite, have implanted new fangs from abroad. The national team hope the inclusion of two new heritage strikers — Joao Figueiredo and Rodrigo Holgado — will sharpen their attack. Holgado and Figueiredo could be the answer to Malaysia's goal-scoring woes as the team prepare for a crucial Asian Cup qualifier against Vietnam on Tuesday. Both the Brazil-born Figueiredo and Argentina-born Holgado have proved to be lethal finishers. The 29-year-old Figueiredo has scored a total of 68 goals, including 12 this season for Basaksehir FK in the Turkish Super League. Holgado has also chalked up impressive numbers, recording 94 goals, with eight coming this season for America de Cali in the Colombian league. Team officials hope Figueiredo and Holgado can boost Harimau Malaya's strikeforce, which has long struggled with a lack of genuine forwards. Figueiredo dreams of taking Harimau Malaya to greater heights on the global stage. "To be able to represent Malaysia and share this dream with all of you — to go further in Asia and on the world stage — is truly an honour. "I can't wait to feel the support and love from the fans. It's something unique and extraordinary," said Figueiredo. Holgado, 29, said: "Since arriving here, I've fallen in love with the atmosphere and the country. Now I understand what it means to play for Malaysia."
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Al Hilal make big Osimhen offer amid Man Utd and Chelsea talks
Al Hilal have reportedly offered Victor Osimhen a €30m-a-year contract, but the agents of the Napoli-owned striker have already held talks with Chelsea and Manchester United. reports that Saudi side Al Hilal have made a 'shocking' offer to Napoli-owned striker Osimhen. Advertisement The Nigeria international spent the last season on loan at Galatasaray, and according to the report, the Turkish giants feel they can still convince the striker to remain at the club beyond the summer. There are more clubs interested in the 26-year-old, including Juventus, Chelsea and Manchester United. According to the report, the Blues and the Red Devils have been in talks with the Napoli-owned striker in recent weeks. ISTANBUL, TURKEY – FEBRUARY 23: Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray gestures during the Turkish Super League match between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce at Rams Park Stadium on February 23, 2025 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by) Other sources have reported that Osimhen has already snubbed an offer from Juventus, as he aims for a transfer to the Premier League. However, it remains to be seen whether the latest Al Hilal offer will persuade Osimhen to change his stance over a potential move to Saudi Arabia. Advertisement According to Osimhen is considering Al Hilal's offer 'for the first time' and has taken a few days to make a final decision. Osimhen has a €75m clause, which is not valid for Serie A clubs. According to the latest report, Al-Hilal are unwilling to match his clause and would offer Napoli €35m to €40m for the Nigerian ace. Al Hilal have also been linked with Inter coach Simone Inzaghi, who will make a decision on his future at Inter after Saturday's Champions League Final against PSG.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Osimhen in talks over Saudi Arabia option after Juventus rejection
Thursday's reports claim that Napoli-owned Victor Osimhen is in talks over a move to join Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal once the 2024-25 season comes to an end, following reports that he has rejected a proposal to join Juventus in the summer transfer window. Osimhen is still under contract with Napoli until the summer of 2026, but is expected to be sold once his loan spell with Galatasaray comes to an end. Advertisement The Nigeria international has a €75m release clause in his contract that can be activated this summer, although that clause is not valid for Serie A clubs, which means that Juventus would have likely had to pay a premium in order to convince Napoli to sell him to them. ISTANBUL, TURKEY – FEBRUARY 9: Alvaro Morata of Galatasaray celebrates with his teammate Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray after scoring his team's first goal during the Turkish Super League match between Galatasaray and Adana Demirspor at Rams Park Stadium on February 9, 2025 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by) Though Juventus were keen on a deal for Osimhen, reports earlier in the week claim that he has turned down a Bianconeri offer and will not be moving to Turin this summer. Reports Osimhen in direct talks with Al-Hilal Now, according to reports from Footmercato, Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal are in discussions over a move to sign Osimhen this summer. Victor Osiimhen Galatasaray (Photo by) Thursday's report claims that Al-Hilal are on the lookout for a high-profile attacker following the departure of Neymar in January. Advertisement Footmercato adds that Osimhen is seen as the 'ideal' recruit and that there are ongoing, direct talks between the club and the player. Al-Hilal have several familiar Serie A names among their squad, including Osimhen's former Napoli teammate Kalidou Koulibaly, Joao Cancelo and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, as well as ex-Premier League and LaLiga stars Yassine Bounou, Ruben Neves and Aleksandar Mitrovic.
Daily Mirror
06-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer delivers savage eight-word dig after beating Jose Mourinho
Besiktas earned a derby win away against Fenerbahce as Ole Gunner Solskjaer earned a win over Jose Mourinho before being able to fire a clever quip in his press conference Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made a tongue-in-cheek remark to Jose Mourinho, after the pair faced off in the Turkish Super League. Manchester United hero Solskjaer came away with a victory against the former Chelsea boss as he guided his Besiktas side to a narrow 1-0 win over Fenerbahce. The duo have a shared history after the ex-Norway sharpshooter succeeded Mourinho in the Old Trafford hotseat. Mourinho won the EFL Cup and Europa League while in charge at United but lasted little more than two seasons at the club. After seven wins in 19 games, the Portuguese coach was sacked with the Red Devils 19 points off of top spot. Solskjaer took the reigns as caretaker manager before being appointed as the permanent boss on a three-year contract after winning 14 matches of his first 19. Ultimately, Solskjaer's stint did not bring silverware to the club and he was sacked in 2021. The 52-year-old's move to Besiktas is his first managerial role since being given his marching orders by United chiefs. And Solskjaer has guided Besiktas to fourth in the table since being appointed in January, and sit 20 points behind Mourinho's Fenerbahce's side. That counted for little as the Black Eagles earned an unfancied win to ruffle Mourinho's feathers. Gedson Fernandes' goal on the verge of half-time separated the sides to leave the Special One fuming. "If we played Besiktas 10 times, we'd win eight," he said. "They'd win one, and one would be a draw.' Asked for his response, Solskjaer offered a quick quip after earning three points. "Looks like they'll be winning the next eight," he offered. There were no sparks flying between the managers however. "Ole is here for a few months," said Mourinho "He is experienced and intelligent enough to learn what he has to learn. I am nobody to give him advice. "We spoke in the tunnel before the game. It was normal things two guys who respect each other but have to play a match say to each other. After it was the same. "We are experienced enough for him not to be on the moon because he won, just as I am not in hell because I lost a derby. We respect each other well. I think we like each other too. I would say that." Mourinho did appear in a fiery mood however, with Galatasaray's title win drawing a step closer. The league-leaders are eight points clear of Fenerbahce with four matches remaining. The ex-Inter Milan manager aired some of his grievances. "When some of your players don't perform well enough, it affects your collective performance as well," he said. "The outcome of the league was determined before the league even started. The games we lost at home were decisive. VAR decisions, referee decisions. I am so tired of talking about these. I have no power, nothing changes, but this is the situation, this is the truth." Despite having another year on his contract, Mourinho's future appears uncertain. The veteran's latest comments will do little to quell any speculation over how long he has remaining in Turkey. "I am not speaking about next season," he said. "I will speak internally, not to the media. If there is something, out of respect to the president and the board, I will not bring it into the public."
